Italian Summer Camp Program Leadership

Concordia College • Bemidji, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of Concordia Language Villages’ Summer Camp Program Leadership team, you will help shape language and cultural immersion experiences while guiding and supporting fellow staff members. Working closely with Village leadership, you will help develop educational programs, coordinate cultural activities, mentor staff, and foster a welcoming camp community. Leadership opportunities include Team Lead, Credit Curriculum Facilitator, Non-Credit Curriculum Facilitator, Adventure Day Camp Coordinator, and Assistant Dean.

This is seasonal, temporary, full-time work during Summer 2027 in Bemidji, Minnesota. Residential schedules may be up to seven days per week, with shifts of 14–16 hours per day plus overnight supervision responsibilities. A minimum salary of $450 per week is listed.

Staff participate in Village life and help prepare, operate, and maintain the Village. Residential staff live in community housing; nearly all positions involve living and sleeping in a cabin or other housing unit with villagers of the same gender. Shared bathroom facilities are assigned by gender, with private shower and toilet stalls in common bathroom areas. Staff must remain one day after their final session for program cleanup, inventory, and evaluation.

Requirements

• Previous Concordia Language Villages experience as a staff member or participant.
• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and the target language with adults and children.
• Skilled leadership in resolving conflicts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication.
• Enjoy interacting with and managing children.
• Adaptability and flexibility in changing situations.
• At least 16 years of age to be considered for a staff position; at least 18 if not a United States citizen.
• Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out responsibilities in a busy, noisy, communal environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships, exercise good judgment, manage personal needs, interact effectively across social and cultural differences, and maintain appropriate boundaries.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
• Teaching licensure for Credit Facilitator positions.

Responsibilities

• Speak the target language with children (villagers) and staff members as much as possible.
• Collaborate with the dean to develop and implement pre-summer planning and preparation.
• Organize and supervise the proficiency-based villager placement process.
• Participate in Village life, including meals, song times, evening programs, cultural presentations, and staff meetings.
• Under the dean’s direction, supervise staff, assist with staff training, and coach staff.
• Model desired behaviors for villagers, including use of the target language.
• Follow applicable personnel policies and responsibilities for the assigned area.
• Attend orientation before the first session, as designated by the staff agreement.
• Assist with setting up the Village, preparing for the next session, and maintaining the Village throughout the session.
• Model appropriate behavior and remain attentive to villagers’ health and welfare.
• Remain one day after the final session for cleanup, inventory, and program evaluation.

Benefits

• Housing provided during residential employment, depending on the position.
• Meals provided during residential employment, depending on the position.
• Paid training and orientation.
• Applicable tuition discounts for children attending Concordia Language Villages.
• Opportunities for professional development, intercultural learning, and language immersion.
• J-1 Exchange Visitor visa sponsorship for eligible international applicants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager